Bayview Asset Management Finalizes $1.3 Billion Acquisition of Guild Holdings
Bayview Asset Management's acquisition of Guild Holdings as a private entity could reshape the landscape for private lenders and loan servicing operations.
Fathom Holdings Divests LiveBy Assets to Move Concierge for $3 Million
Fathom secures a five-year extension on the LiveBy platform, while Move Concierge enhances service offerings for all Fathom agents, expanding operational capabilities.
Disclosure Excellence: The Foundation for Trust and Profit in Private Mortgage Servicing
Private mortgage lenders who master disclosure — across the full loan lifecycle — see fewer disputes, stronger investor confidence, and a more defensible servicing operation.
December housing data offers initial insights into the 2026 market.
December housing data reveals trends in purchase applications and inventory levels, providing insights that could shape the 2026 market as interest rates stabilize.
Luxury Markets Experience Price Decreases and Extended Selling Periods
Average home prices in select metros have decreased from $1.04 million to $1.01 million, indicating a notable correction compared to the national trend.
Kevin Hassett Emerges as a Potential Candidate for Fed Chair Position
Kevin Hassett is seen as the leading candidate for the Federal Reserve chair, potentially influencing interest rate policies aligned with Trump's agenda.
Lender Price Incorporates FOA’s Reverse Mortgage Products into Marketplace
California-based Lender Price has integrated its first reverse mortgage partner, Finance of America, into its mortgage pricing and product eligibility platform.
MRED disputes Zillow report claiming bias in private listing network.
Leaked strategy documents from Compass reveal competitive motives in Zillow's MLS analysis, raising concerns among private lenders about market dynamics.
CAR Revises Forms to Enhance Transparency of Referral Fees
Just after NAR’s Delegate Body declined referral fee disclosure changes, CAR announces amendments to its forms, impacting private lenders in regulatory practices.
FHFA Must Act Now to Address Future Mortgage Lock-In Challenges
Proposal suggests making GSE mortgages assumable to boost liquidity in housing. However, retroactive changes pose risks for investors and future market stability.